Posted by Jost on September 21, 2006, at 0:31:10
In reply to Re: Important Info Re: Emsam Dose and Heat, posted by laima on September 20, 2006, at 21:46:28
Laima, I wouldn't want to say anything definitive. But it's certainly possible that you experienced the same heat-related dosage problem.
One of the most noticeable side-effects that I felt, and that he mentioned, was unexplained irritability, agitation, and discomfort. He said a number of other people had reported this, to his surprise, after very good responses-- and that now, in cooler weather, etc, they were reporting feeling much better again.
My blood pressure is also high now-- so it does fit, too, with what I'm seeing.
My pdoc is taking it quite seriously. He was very concerned that the manufacturer might hurt the acceptance of a good drug.
If it happens again, you might want to remove the patch, and wait until the next day. He says it's not good to put another one on right away, because there's good chance that the highest dose can be at the begenning. The drug company doesn't claim that the dose is delivered regularly-- only that you'll get about a certain amount in any 24 hours.
So, if it happens give that a try. And at least avoid baths, saunas, heating pads, etc-- or at least be careful if you use one.
Jost
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